Basement Renovation in Burlington, Ontario
Burlington is one of the GTA's most livable cities—a place where established lakefront neighbourhoods like Roseland and Shoreacres sit beside the master-planned communities of Millcroft and Headon Forest, and where solidly built 1970s and 1980s homes on generous lots are increasingly being updated from the inside out. Many Burlington homes were built with full-height, unfinished basements that represent hundreds of untapped square feet. We help Burlington homeowners turn that overlooked lower level into a beautifully finished, fully livable space that adds real value to their home and their life.
Turning Every Burlington Basement Into an Outstanding Space
Burlington's housing stock spans mid-century ranch-style bungalows in Aldershot and Roseland to the newer two-storey detached homes of Millcroft, Headon Forest, and Tansley. Each property type presents its own set of structural and mechanical considerations. Our design team evaluates your specific basement—ceiling heights, existing mechanicals, drainage conditions, and foundation type—before producing a plan that maximizes every square foot without compromise.
Why Burlington Homeowners Choose Peace of Mind Interiors
Burlington has consistently ranked among Canada's best mid-sized cities to live in, and homeowners here expect a high standard—from the upscale custom homes of Tyandaga and Roseland to the family-friendly streets of Millcroft, Longmoor, and Headon Forest. We bring that same standard of quality and precision to every basement renovation we undertake in Burlington, with licensed tradespeople, fully permitted builds, and a transparent process from the first consultation to the final walkthrough.
Full-Home Expertise
One coordinated team manages every trade on your Burlington project—framing, insulation, electrical, plumbing, drywall, custom flooring, and all finishing work—from permit application to final city sign-off under one schedule and one accountable point of contact.
Escarpment-Area Expertise
Burlington's proximity to the Niagara Escarpment and the lake creates distinct moisture profiles across its neighbourhoods. We assess each property individually, engineering the right drainage and vapour barrier solutions for Burlington's specific soil and water table conditions.
Fully Permitted
Every Burlington basement project is fully permitted through the City of Burlington building department. We manage the complete permit process—drawings, applications, all city inspections, and final sign-offs—so you receive a finished space that is safe, legal, and fully protected at resale.
Exceptional Resale Returns
Burlington's sustained property value growth across all its communities makes a professionally finished basement one of the smartest investments a homeowner can make—consistently recovering up to 70% of renovation costs in added market value at the time of resale.
Your Burlington Basement Renovation in 4 Simple Steps
Free Consultation
We visit your Burlington home—whether a bungalow in Aldershot, a two-storey in Millcroft, or a custom home in Tyandaga—inspect your basement in person, discuss your goals and lifestyle needs, and give you honest, detailed budget guidance. No obligation and no sales pressure.
Design & Quote
We deliver detailed floor plans, 3D renderings, complete material selections, and a fully transparent itemized quote with a clear construction schedule—everything locked in and confirmed in writing before any work begins.
Expert Build
Our licensed crews handle all City of Burlington permits and manage every trade—framing, insulation, electrical, plumbing, drywall, flooring, trim, and all finishing work—under one coordinated schedule with a single accountable point of contact throughout your project.
Final Reveal
We walk every room with you at project completion, reviewing every surface, fixture, and finishing detail to ensure the result meets the precise standard we committed to from the very first day before we consider the project closed.
Basement Renovations Across the GTA
Proudly serving homeowners throughout Burlington and the Greater Toronto Area with exceptional basement finishing and renovation services.
Frequently Asked Questions About Burlington Basement Renovations
Honest answers to the questions Burlington homeowners ask us most before getting started on their basement project.
Basement renovation costs in Burlington typically range from $40,000 to $90,000+, depending on the size of the space, the finish level, and the complexity of the project. Burlington's larger 1970s–1990s homes in Millcroft, Headon Forest, and Roseland often come with full-height basements exceeding 1,000 square feet, which directly influences total cost. A clean open-concept finish with one bathroom starts around $30,000, while a full luxury secondary suite or premium multi-room finish can reach $120,000. Every project receives a free, fully itemized quote with no obligation.
Most Burlington basement finishing projects take 6–10 weeks from start to completion. Burlington's homes—particularly the larger two-storey builds in Tyandaga, Brant Hills, and Millcroft—often have generous basements with full perimeter walls and good ceiling height, which can allow for efficient framing and trade sequencing. Projects involving secondary suites, custom home theatres, or structural modifications typically run 10–14 weeks. A precise and realistic timeline is always included in your written quote.
Yes—any Burlington basement project that involves new framing, electrical wiring, plumbing work, egress windows, or changes to fire separations requires a City of Burlington building permit under the Ontario Building Code. This applies to all of Burlington's residential communities, from Aldershot and Downtown Burlington to Orchard, Tansley, and Alton Village. We handle the complete permit application process, coordinate all required municipal inspections, and manage every sign-off as a standard part of our service at no additional cost to you.
Yes. Secondary suites are permitted in most low-density residential zones throughout Burlington under the City's Official Plan and Ontario's provincial housing legislation. We design and build fully code-compliant basement apartments—with separate entrances where site conditions allow, fire-rated assemblies, egress windows meeting Ontario Building Code minimums, full kitchens, and legal ceiling heights—that pass all City of Burlington inspections. With Burlington's growing population and demand for purpose-built rental units, a legal suite represents an exceptional return on investment for Burlington homeowners.
Burlington's varied geography—Lake Ontario to the south, the Niagara Escarpment to the north, and the Spencer Creek watershed running through its centre—means moisture risk varies significantly by neighbourhood and elevation. South Burlington communities near the lake experience higher water table pressure, while Escarpment-area homes in Tyandaga and Brant Hills deal with slope drainage. We conduct a full moisture assessment on every Burlington property before framing begins and engineer the right combination of interior drainage membranes, perimeter channels, sump pump systems, and vapour barriers for your specific address and foundation conditions.
Burlington homeowners use their finished basements for a wide range of purposes. The most popular requests we receive include income-generating rental suites, home offices for remote workers, kids' playrooms with dedicated homework areas, home gyms, media rooms and home theatres, and guest suites with full bathrooms. In Burlington's higher-end communities like Tyandaga, Roseland, and Millcroft, clients often request premium combinations—a home theatre paired with a wine cellar, or a full fitness studio with a sauna and ensuite bathroom. We design around how your family actually lives.
Absolutely. We offer 0% APR financing through Financeit with flexible repayment terms up to 180 months, making any Burlington basement renovation project manageable with affordable weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly payments. Apply online in minutes or ask us about your options during your free in-home consultation—there is no obligation to proceed.
What Burlington Homeowners Say About Us
"We have a large two-storey in Millcroft built in 1998 with a full basement that we'd been ignoring for years. Peace of Mind came in, assessed the layout, worked around the support column in the centre of the space, and designed a home theatre with acoustic wall panels, a full bar and lounge area, and a dedicated workshop room with its own entrance from the garage. The quality of the work is exceptional and the project ran exactly on the timeline they gave us. We've had every neighbour in for a look."
"Our home in Headon Forest had a finished but outdated basement from the early 1990s that needed a complete gut and redo. Peace of Mind stripped it back, updated all the wiring and plumbing, and built us a bright two-bedroom rental suite with a separate side entrance and a modern open kitchen. The suite has been rented at full market rate since the day it was ready. Every permit was pulled, every inspection was passed—we have complete peace of mind about the legal status of the unit."
"We own a bungalow in Aldershot close to the Royal Botanical Gardens and the basement had a persistent moisture problem that had made it completely unusable for twenty years. Peace of Mind dug into the issue properly—discovered a failed weeping tile on the rear wall—repaired it correctly before installing a drainage membrane and sump system, then built us a beautiful home office with built-in shelving, a dedicated yoga studio space, and a full bathroom with heated tile floors. Dry, bright, and comfortable every season. Extraordinary team."
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Ready to Transform Your Burlington Basement?
Whether your home is in Roseland, Millcroft, Tyandaga, Headon Forest, Brant Hills, Aldershot, Longmoor, or anywhere across Burlington—we are ready to bring your basement vision to life. Contact us today for your free, no-obligation consultation and quote.